CVE-2019-2867 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A security issue in the Core component of Oracle Virtualization's Oracle VM VirtualBox affecting versions prior to 5.2.32 and 6.0.10.

Understanding CVE-2019-2867

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox that can be exploited by a highly privileged attacker, potentially leading to a complete system compromise.

What is CVE-2019-2867?

The vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox allows attackers with access to compromise the system, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score is 8.2.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2867

Highly privileged attackers can exploit the vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox to compromise the entire system.
Successful exploitation can result in a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
The vulnerability may also have significant consequences for related products.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2867

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization's Core.
Easily exploitable by a high privileged attacker with access to the infrastructure.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected versions include those prior to 5.2.32 and prior to 6.0.10 of Oracle VM VirtualBox.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox runs can compromise the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.2.32 or 6.0.10 to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the infrastructure hosting Oracle VM VirtualBox.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle VM VirtualBox to address security vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls and monitoring mechanisms.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Oracle to address known vulnerabilities.